Yellow Star Of Bethlehem (Gagea lutea)

Family: Liliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Gagea lutea is a BULB growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from March to May. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb - raw or cooked. A famine food, it is only used in times of scarcity. Young leaves - cooked. — Bulb - raw or cooked.; A famine food, it is only used in times of scarcity.; Young leaves - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Damp woods and pastures, especially on basic soils. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)